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Despite the cold temperatures and the snow falling, the Helping Hands Society's annual Diamond Drop dinner-dance held at the Best Western Genetti Inn & Suites, Hazle Township, was yet another great success thanks to all the loyal supporters of the organization.

Fellin's Jewelers made its debut as the new diamond sponsor with two diamond dial watches for both a woman and a man.

The eight-piece band, Into the Spin, kept everyone dancing until the last song. After more than 100 balloons dropped from the ceiling, 14 guests walked away with gift certificates, candy and gift baskets, and two lucky guests were the grand prize winners taking home a Fellin's watch.

"This event is definitely one of our supporters' favorite events. It gives everyone a chance to get a little dressed up and have a fun night of dinner and dancing with their friends and families." said Joell Martinelli, marketing and fundraising director at the Helping Hands Society.

"You get a warm feeling when you sit back and realize that everyone there having a great time is supporting a wonderful organization. We love reminding people at our fundraisers that their donations, along with all of our sponsor dollars, go directly to the services provided to children in their neighborhoods. I think we all feel a great sense of pride in knowing that."

The children, staff and board of directors would like to thank Fellin's Jewelers, Genetti's, Into the Spin, Nause Landscaping, PPL Inc. and all of the sponsors and attendees for supporting a great fundraiser and an even better organization.

Thanks to Fellin's Jewelers, the Diamond Drop will continue to be an annual event and organizers are already looking forward to next year.

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